Six phases. Three specialist pillars. One studio.
A complete F&B consultancy from feasibility through post-opening support, paired with executive recruitment, bespoke OS&E solutions and large-scale events and destination management.
A six-phase journey.
From the first feasibility line to the night after opening a single, accountable studio across every stage.
Feasibility & Research
Assessing the viability and potential success of a new F&B business in its specific market consumer demand, competition, costs and profitability.
- Feasibility study viability, demand, competition and profitability
- Market research and trend analysis
- Identifying emerging trends, market gaps and unmet demand
- Competitive edge and risk mitigation through market awareness
Concept Development
Creating your story the heart and soul of your brand. A journey that defines who you are and what you stand for, shaping every aspect of the business.
- F&B philosophy and brand identity guiding business decisions and concept
- Benchmarking measuring performance against industry leaders
- Target audience definition and positioning
- Comprehensive design brief the foundation for client / designer collaboration
Design
From preliminary concept to a fully detailed, buildable design package.
- Preliminary concept design general layout plan and material mood boards
- 3D visuals of the envisioned project
- Final interior design, demolition and construction drawings, elevations and sections
- Selection and layout of furniture, lighting and accessories
Execution
Translating the concept into the everyday reality of a working restaurant.
- Food menu and bar manual foundational F&B selection built from the concept brief
- Kitchen and bar design defined layout and operational flow with the consultant
- Procurement and sourcing tabletop selection and operational OS&E support
- Uniform design functionality, aesthetics and brand representation
Entertainment
The sound of the room designed, not defaulted.
- Comprehensive customised music solution for any concept
- Sound profile tailored to concept, daypart and audience
Post-Opening Support
Staying close long after opening night keeping the operation sharp, profitable and on-brand.
- F&B audits systematic financial and operational evaluation to surface shortfalls
- Business plan review strengths, challenges and alignment with overall goals
- Menu revision engineered against trends and performance for continuous success
- Food tastings experimenting with new menu items on the side
Three dedicated practices.
Specialised executive search for senior F&B leadership in luxury hotels, resorts and restaurant groups Executive Chefs, F&B Directors, EAM F&B, Culinary Directors and Restaurant GMs.
Learn moreIn partnership with Unique Visionary 30+ years of manufacturing expertise, a 29,000 sqm facility and 20+ design patents in buffet stations, banquet furniture, trolleys and tabletop.
Learn moreLuxury destination weddings, brand activations and large-scale corporate events across the UAE, Europe and the wider region produced end-to-end.
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From concept to crockery.
Whether you need the full six-phase journey or a single pillar, BLACK SALT PROJECTS partners with you end-to-end bespoke, accountable and on time.
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